What is Restorative Yoga?

Restorative yoga consists of a set of poses that are held for an extended period of time in gentle stillness using supportive props in order to enable deeper relaxation. There is opening within the poses but not stretching.

The supportive props are used in a creative way without active straining of the muscles. Surrendering weight to supports whilst softening in to stretches allows the body to access the relaxation responsive state. Tired bodies and over active minds can rest and restore. Restorative yoga calms the entire nervous system and nourishes the body down to the cellular level.